Question

Match List – I with List – II: 
 
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
• B. (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
• C. (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
• D. (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Hint:

To quickly solve "Match the Following" questions in history, identify the most famous pair first (like Rani Lakshmi Bai - Jhansi). Usually, this eliminates 50-75% of the options immediately, saving you time during exams.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: The Revolt of 1857 was a widespread uprising against British rule in India. It was characterized by various regional leaders spearheading the resistance in their respective strongholds. Matching these leaders to their centers of revolt is essential for understanding the geographical spread of the movement. 
Step 1:Matching the well-known leaders.
 

• (A) Rani Lakshmi Bai: She is perhaps the most iconic figure of the revolt. Following the annexation of her state under the "Doctrine of Lapse," she led the resistance from Jhansi (III).
• (D) Nana Sahib: The adopted son of the last Peshwa, Baji Rao II, he led the uprising in Kanpur (IV) after the British refused to continue his father's pension.

From these two alone, we can look for an option where A-III and D-IV. Only option (b) satisfies this. 
Step 2:Verifying the remaining pairs.
 

• (B) Birjis Qadr: He was the young son of Wajid Ali Shah, the deposed Nawab of Awadh (II). Following the annexation of Awadh, his mother, Begum Hazrat Mahal, proclaimed him the Wali (ruler), and they led the revolt in Lucknow/Awadh.
• (C) Kunwar Singh: An 80-year-old zamindar from Jagdispur, he was the chief organizer of the fight against the British in Arrah (I), Bihar. He is noted for his remarkable military skill and bravery despite his age.